2001 Citroen C5 vs. 1988 Toyota Land Cruiser

To start off, 2001 Citroen C5 is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 Toyota Land Cruiser. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 Toyota Land Cruiser would be higher. At 3,430 cc (4 cylinders), 1988 Toyota Land Cruiser is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Toyota Land Cruiser (97 HP @ 3500 RPM) has 38 more horse power than 2001 Citroen C5. (59 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1988 Toyota Land Cruiser should accelerate faster than 2001 Citroen C5.

Because 1988 Toyota Land Cruiser is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2001 Citroen C5. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1988 Toyota Land Cruiser will offer significantly more control. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 1988 Toyota Land Cruiser (226 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 111 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Citroen C5. (115 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 1988 Toyota Land Cruiser will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Citroen C5.

Compare all specifications:

2001 Citroen C5 1988 Toyota Land Cruiser
Make Citroen Toyota
Model C5 Land Cruiser
Year Released 2001 1988
Body Type Station Wagon SUV
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 1997 cc 3430 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Horse Power 59 HP 97 HP
Engine RPM 4000 RPM 3500 RPM
Torque 115 Nm 226 Nm
Torque RPM 1750 RPM 2200 RPM
Engine Bore Size 85 mm 102 mm
Engine Stroke Size 88 mm 105 mm
Drive Type Front 4WD
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Vehicle Width 1780 mm 1700 mm


 

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